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n 2013 Donor Recognition Reception

n The Big Grape: Next Generation

n Ignite the Fight: The Avera Race Against Breast Cancer

n Think Pink: Adding Power to the Punch

n Dougherty Hospice House: Caring for Community

n 100 for Hundred Planned Giving Continues

M i s s i o n n C a r e n C o M M u n i t y

News from the Avera McKennan Foundation

to benefit children and families served at Avera Children’s hospital

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Little Grapes, Big Smiles

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The 2013 Donor Recognition Reception Honors Generosity

It all started with a gift from Helen McKennan. Thanks to loyal donors, community partners and friends like you, that gift has grown and continues to make a difference in our community. The Avera McKennan Foundation is fortunate to be part of the generosity to further the mission of delivering quality health care guided by Christian values.

This year, key donors, business partners and volunteers attended a Donor Recognition Reception on Nov. 14, 2013, at the Washington Pavilion. To all past, present and future supporters, thank you for supporting our mission and special thanks to our 2013 award recipients.

Five years and GivinG stronG

OutStandinG COmmitmentGas Stop - Holiday Tom and Melissa HowesThe Cornerstone Award was presented to Tom and Melissa Howes with Gas Stop - Holiday in recognition of a business or organization that has demonstrated outstanding commitment to Avera McKennan. This business represents the ideal characteristics of a community partner and has established a strong internal culture of philanthropy that clearly displays the impact giving has on those in need.

LeaderShip and VaLueS: Avera Medical Group RadiologyThe Helen McKennan Award was presented to Avera Medical Group Radiology in recognition of individuals who’ve been leaders in our healing ministry and inspired others. Their leadership extends past the mission of Avera McKennan to influence and impact the community and beyond.

VOLunteer and LeaderShip SkiLLSTed MuensterThe Compass Award was presented to Ted Muenster in recognition of the valuable leadership skills provided to Avera McKennan over the years. This individual also plays a key role in advancing the foundation’s mission and is vital to effective community fundraising campaigns.

Tom and Melissa HowesOwners, Gas Stop-Holiday

Back row (L-R): Dr. Daryl Rife, Dr. Ryan Jepperson, Dr. Brad Paulson, Dr. Andrew Soye. Front row (L-R): Dr. Suzanne Woodward, Dr. Josie Alpers and Dr. Sabina Choudhry

The 2013 Donor Recognition Reception Winners

Ted Muenster

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Chloe Jessen

Roaring and Pour i ng

For the Big Grape 2014, we have a lot up our sleeves. this year, we’d like to introduce you to text to Bid. Simply bring your mobile phone to the event and conveniently enjoy your evening dining and sipping while keeping an eye on your auction item. For those who cannot attend, the show must go on. But thanks to text to Bid, you can still take part in the silent auction from the comfort of home. For more information, visit TheBigGrape.org.

The Big Grape: Next Generation is setting the stage for another magical and magnificent evening of fine wine, craft beer, gourmet food and an exclusive silent auction, all to support the health of children in our community. But you won’t want to wait – tickets vanish quickly. Visit TheBigGrape.org today to order your tickets and get a sneak peek of silent auction items, featured wineries and menu items.

Proceeds benefit Avera Children’s Hospital in a variety of ways: support of vital programs such as Pediatric Social Workers and Children’s Champion, improvements to the NICU, comfort and support through family-friendly rooms and funds for Child Life Specialists. The Big Grape truly is a magical experience for all.

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SAVEthe DATEThe Big Grape: Next Generation

April 11, 2014The Prairie Center at Avera McKennan

Tickets on sale NOW!TheBigGrape.org

NICU Miracles for Tiny Patients Like Chloe

Catherine Schonhardt

Hayden Yockey

Josiah McClary

A Medical Emergency Required Josiah to Receive Critical Treatment

The Gift of Mobility for Catherine

Help for Hayden

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Little Grapes, Big Smiles – Thanks to YOU!

Cover and Little Grapes photos courtesy of Evans Portrait Gallery

Bid all about it!

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Step into the ring as we prepare for the ultimate battle!

one in eight women will be

diagnosed with some form

of breast cancer during her

life so it’s time to put on the

boxing gloves. Your support is

important and brings the

Avera cancer institute closer

to clinching the title for a cure.

this year, the Avera race is

stronger than ever and we

have some serious power to

back it up. You can be part of

the race today. Simply visit

AveraRaceSiouxFalls.org,

register, form a team and even

be an individual fundraiser.

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T h e 2 6 T h A n n u A l A v e r A r A c e A g A i n s T B r e A s T c A n c e r

Put the power of the Avera Race in the palm of your hand by downloading the free app today. Get instant race results, post status updates directly to Facebook and receive important dates, reminders and tips. Simply snap the QR codes below or visit the iTunes App Store or Android Google Play.

Try the App! IT’s A snAP!

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Bring iT!

Winter 2014

new Genetics team Brings new Hope FoR CAnCeR SuRvivoRS

Approximately 60 percent of breast cancer patients in this area choose the Avera Cancer Institute for their care. From enhanced programs to state-of-the-art equipment, Avera remains dedicated to cancer care. Recently, an 11-member breast cancer research team, led by Dr. Brian Leyland-Jones, has joined Avera and credits our mission as a key factor for the move.

Dr. Leyland-Jones oversees genome sequencing, which personalizes chemotherapy for breast cancer patients. He feels confident the field will find a cure within the next five to six years based on this level of research.

“We were attracted by Avera’s mission,

its culture. My team is compassionate and

I too have deep religious beliefs. We’ve

very much loved the

concept of delivering

quality service guided by

Christian values.”

Dr. Leyland-JonesVice President for Molecular and Experimental Medicine

Welcome

But they don’t fight alone. Thanks to you and support from fellow participants, volunteers and community partners, the Avera Race continues to grow. Each year, numbers climb, raising awareness and dollars to find a cure. Join us in welcoming the latest group of ladies and add to their strength by joining them on May 10 as we all take on breast cancer at the Avera Race.

And in this corner, we have the Avera Think Pink Ladies! Thank you to these brave women for graciously volunteering their time to become the newest faces and voices of breast cancer awareness for the Avera Race.

’ve been a breast cancer survivor for the past 27 years. On the anniversary of my diagnosis, I was very emotional as I thought back to the day I received the news. Even though I had the best care available at that time, it was still devastating. Thankfully, I’m here today to tell the story. As a testament to all breast cancer survivors, my sister Peggy Kirby and the Junior League planned the first Race Against Breast Cancer in my honor over 25 years ago. It started out small, but over the years, I’ve watched the race grow and make a profound impact in the community.

It just so happened that on that very day, I attended a board meeting for the Avera McKennan Foundation. We toured the new genetics lab and received the news of the world-class team of breast cancer researchers who had recently joined Avera.

I was overwhelmed with joy. Just think, on that very day 27 years ago, I received very grim news. Today, we’re taking cancer research to a whole new level. I’m proud at how far we’ve come in treating breast cancer and the hope this gives to women diagnosed today. Thank you to all who have supported the Avera Race and cancer care at Avera.”

JuDY DAvIS, AVERA THINk PINk LADy AND BREAST CANCER SURVIVoR

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Forwarding the Mission

Think Pink Ladies photography courtesy of Evans Portrait Gallery

The 2014 Avera Think Pink Ladies Add Power to the Punch

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D o u G h e R T y h o s P I c e h o u s e : c A R I n G f o R c o m m u n I T y

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A warm bed, hot cup of coffee, the colorful outdoor gardens

bathed in sunlight. These are all part of the quality care and

service for patients and families at the Dougherty Hospice

House. When you make a gift to support a hospice endowment,

you are investing in the comfort and care for your loved ones,

family, friends and people right here in our community.

Caring for Community through Assurance “The Dougherty Hospice House and

Home Hospice continue to take the lead in providing the highest quality hospice care for those in need. Our interdisciplinary team is humbled to walk this sacred path with those who are transitioning from this world to the next. Thanks again for saying yes to being our partners in this loving ministry.”

The End of the Journey is Only the Beginning

the dougherty hospice house opened its doors in 2007 and today, we continue to serve patients and families in our community who are in need of expert end-of-life care. Warm surroundings, highly trained, caring hospice staff and family-friendly rooms create a place for families to be together comfortably during their final journey. all this has been made possible through the generosity of partners like you. We deeply appreciate your past and ongoing support of our hospice ministry.

as health care reimbursements continue to decline and our deep commitment to excellence in hospice stands firm, we recognize the ongoing need to grow our endowment. the dougherty hospice house has been a blessing to so many patients and families. unfortunately, there are often no rooms available to patients and families at a very vulnerable time. We continue to plan for future growth to meet the needs of our community while the current focus is growing the endowment to support operations now and in the future.

A Peaceful Haven

CATHY KELLOG, MANAGER

new Legacy Planning services at the Avera mcKennan foundationAvera Mckennan has partnered with PhilanthroCorp, a national estate-planning firm, to provide our partners with free, confidential estate-planning services. PhilanthroCorp does not sell insurance or any other commission-based financial service products. Instead, they provide a carefully crafted estate plan based on the needs, wishes, values and financial situation of each individual. They make the process of estate planning simple and inexpensive.

Be assured that all information you provide PhilanthroCorp will be held in the strictest confidence and there is no obligation to you. They will listen to your goals and desires and help you implement an estate plan that meets those goals. We do hope that you will find this service beneficial to you and your family.

To take advantage of this outstanding service or to learn more, please contact the Avera mcKennan foundation at 605-322-8900.

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PLANNED GIvING Leads to Planned Blessings

having lived a full and vibrant life, helen mary margaret mcGuire was

most remembered for her ability to teach and inspire others. She

traveled the world and received numerous awards and recognitions for

her outstanding teaching abilities.

She and her husband, George (mac), spent nearly 30 years living

abroad, teaching in places such as england, Germany, Japan and

Spain. it was through these life experiences that she was able to give

her students insight about people from all corners of the world. She

inspired their young minds to “be a little more tolerant and to create

a better world for tomorrow.”

at the age of 89, helen passed

away, leaving a bequest to benefit

avera prince of peace. their

“family” was truly worldwide

according to their niece, mary

avair. “aunt helen and uncle mac

touched and enriched many lives

with their love and generosity,”

she recalls. mary also shared a

portion of “reflections” helen

wrote that offers a glimpse into

her beloved aunt’s life.

A Peaceful Haven

“Happiness is not measured by the assets one gathers but rather by the peace and joy one receives from one’s Faith, from a career one enjoys, and from loved ones.

I’ve had a full and exciting life blessed with a loving husband, family and friends. I’m thankful to God for all my blessings and for all the good memories they provided.”

Reflectionsby helen mary margaret mcGuire

C r e at i n G Legacies

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GEORGE (MAC) AND HELEN MARY

MARGARET MCGuIRE

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Think Pink month sees green! Thank you to all the local businesses, sponsors, event attendees and supporters for making Think Pink Month, october 2013, a success. Nearly $30,000 was raised throughout the month to benefit breast health at the Avera Cancer Institute. From artistic evenings to serves, sets and spikes on the volleyball court, Think Pink thinks creative to raise funds for breast cancer.

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Success in the City!Local Events Make a Difference

Our missiOn is tO extend AverA mcKennAn’s heAlth cAre heAling ministry thrOugh lAsting relAtiOnships with Our dOnOrs whOse stewArdship And cOmpAssiOn enAble prOgrAm innOvAtiOn And develOpment fOr Our friends And neighbOrs fOr whOm we serve.

Our Mission

HeARTSin Healing Touting Artistic Talents Creates Tremendous SuccessThank you to everyone for supporting the 2014 HeARTS in Healing fundraiser benefiting Avera Behavioral Health Center. More than $68,000 was raised to benefit patients and families. From artists to attendees, volunteers to program supporters, your gifts make a difference to those receiving services at the Avera Behavioral Health Center.

Tealhouse by Jay Bachmayer

Faithful View by Paul Schiller